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‘Cowled figures slip quietly from the monastic enclosure into the abbey church for vigils and lauds, an almost two-hour service that establishes the quiet and contemplative atmosphere of the abbey and the order.’

Origin

Middle English (in vigil): via Old French from Latin vigilia, from vigil awake.